encouraging
Pronunciation:
/ɪnˈkʌɹɪd͡ʒɪŋ//ɪnˈkɝɹɪd͡ʒɪŋ/verb
Definitions
To mentally support; to motivate, give courage, hope or spirit.
Example: I encouraged him during his race.
To spur on, strongly recommend.
Example: We encourage the use of bicycles in the town centre.
To foster, give help or patronage
Example: The royal family has always encouraged the arts in word and deed
noun
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Encouragement
adjective
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Giving courage, confidence or hope
Example: Although there is no cure for the disease yet, the research results are encouraging.
Supporting by giving encouragement
Auspicious, or bringing good luck